As ministers begin climate change talks, UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon calls for "new global solidarity" on the issue.

A look at how events unfolded in the aftermath of Russell Brand's prank calls to actor Andrew Sachs during his Radio 2 show.

Gautam Gambhir scores an unbeaten century as India's batsmen take charge on day one of the third Test in Delhi.

Republican and Democratic voters reflect on the vice presidential debate.

A look at the main events and issues ahead of the fourth day of the Liberal Democrat conference in Bournemouth.

The American presidential wife is now expected to have a poised political persona of her own, writes US commentator Jamie Stiehm.

French jockey Gerald Mosse guides Europe to victory in the Shergar Cup team competition at Ascot.

Charles Wheeler was a scrupulous reporter who tirelessly pursued the truth. But on one occasion, a story that seemed far-fetched turned out to be true after all, says Lisa Jardine.

In a tough job interview even the smoothest candidate can come unstuck. And the interview episode of The Apprentice showcases tactics to test the mettle of prospective employees. How to respond if you find yourself in a job interview from hell?

Fashion writer Penny Martin looks at who lit up the red carpet at the world premiere in London.

Protesters target the latest leg of the Olympic torch's relay in Argentina, but do not hinder its progress.

Interest in France's First Lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy is eclipsing her husband's state visit to the UK.

French President Nicolas Sarkozy is "deeply moved" by the reception his wife Carla has received in the UK.

A look at how the French and British newspapers are covering French President Nicolas Sarkozy's visit to Britain.

The BBC's Paul Reynolds says that the French President Nicolas Sarkozy wooed British members of parliament but that the test of the new relationship he is calling for will come in discussion of future policies.

BBC Middle East correspondent Tim Franks sends the latest edition of his diary.

Veteran horror director George A Romero explains what it takes to make a great zombie film.

Solving the world's environmental ills may mean re-thinking the role of nations and national governments.

The artists fighting for the coveted position of Christmas number one in 2007.

BBC Middle East correspondent Tim Franks continues his Jerusalem diary.